Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visited Apple Park in Cupertino, California, to meet with Apple CEO Tim Cook. The meeting focused on discussions regarding child safety online and the Australian government’s proposed social media regulations.
The Prime Minister’s visit included a private, hour-long session with Cook and the Apple executive team. According to Albanese, the discussion centered on Australia’s efforts to implement a social media age ban for children under 16 and the government’s proposed My Feed, My Way reforms, which aim to provide users with greater control over social media algorithms.
Albanese stated that the meeting was not intended as a critique of technology, noting that Apple’s products and advancements in artificial intelligence have provided significant benefits, including improvements in healthcare. He emphasized that the government’s goal is to ensure users maintain control over their digital experiences.
Following the meeting, Cook posted on social media that he was grateful to discuss Apple’s commitment to Australia and the company’s recent innovations designed to enhance online safety for children. Apple has recently introduced new parental controls that allow for the restriction of app usage time and messaging permissions.
The visit comes as Albanese prepares for upcoming discussions on artificial intelligence at the United Nations. The Prime Minister described the meeting as a significant moment, noting that Apple’s leadership had acknowledged Australia’s approach to addressing the negative impacts of technology on children.
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